Grassmann running for Rusk County sheriff
LADYSMITH, Wis. (WJMC) — Rusk County Sheriff Phil Grassman is running for sheriff. He was appointed to the position in April 2024 by Gov. Tony Evers. Grassmann cited his 23…
New report shows voters showing signs of referendum fatigue
Wisconsin voters are showing signs of referendum fatigue. A new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum shows support for school district referendums continues to slide. In the April 7 election,…
New report finds racial disparities remain in Wisconsin’s prison population
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — A new Wisconsin Policy Forum study finds Blacks remain overrepresented in Wisconsin’s prison population. “Cross Examination” is a comprehensive review of not just corrections but Wisconsin’s…
Spongy moth treatment beginning in May
MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Aerial spongy moth treatments across the state will start in May. Residents in eight western Wisconsin counties may hear loud, low-flying planes shortly after sunrise on…
AM NEWSCAST – Monday, April 27, 2026
From the NorthwestNow.Net News Center … — Two people arrested for meth possession after a search warrant by St. Croix Tribal Police on Saturday; — Rusk County Sheriff Phil Grassmann…
Ann Krisik
Ann Krisik, 88, of Amery, passed away on April 7. The Mass of Christian burial for Ann Krisik will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, in Amery, on Tuesday…
Peggy Sue Cole
Peggy Sue Cole, 68, of Bloomer, passed away on April 21. She is survived by her mother, Rosella Rihn; sons, Kenneth Cole, Daniel Cole and Patrick Cole; and siblings, Carol…
Robert Ostrander
Robert Ostrander, 88, of Rice Lake, passed away on April 21. The celebration of life for Robert Ostrander will be held at Appleyard’s Home for Funerals, in Rice Lake, on…
FUNERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS – Friday, April 24, 2026
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SPORTSCAST – Friday, April 24, 2026
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SPORTS HEADLINES – Friday, April 24, 2026
(Detroit, MI) — The Detroit Tigers claimed the three-game series against the Brewers when first baseman Spencer Torkelson slammed a walk-off home run. Abner Uribe gave up the solo shot…
Patriot Pallooza is Saturday, April 25
RICE LAKE, Wis. (WJMC) — A local organization will honor veterans this weekend. The Rice Lake Moose Lodge will host Patriot Palooza this Saturday. The event is a fundraiser for…